Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range business jets aimed at nonstop intercontinental missions; both typically carry about 14–19 passengers in executive layouts and offer ranges around 7,500–7,750 nautical miles, with the Global 7500 generally cited at roughly 7,700 nm and the G700 about 7,750 nm. The Dassault Falcon 8X is also an ultra-long-range tri-jet but a step shorter in endurance, usually configured for roughly 12–16 passengers with a range around 6,450 nm, emphasizing efficiency and access to more constrained airports. By contrast, the Enstrom 480B is a single-engine turbine helicopter, not a business jet; it serves short-range utility and corporate lift, typically seating a pilot plus about 4–6 passengers depending on configuration, with range on the order of a few hundred nautical miles (roughly 300–400 nm). Overall, the Global 7500 and G700 lead on range and cabin scale, the 8X balances long range with flexibility, and the 480B targets regional rotorcraft missions rather than long-haul travel.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 7.66 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | 8X | G700 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 6450 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 3,805 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 36900 | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 3900 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Passport | PW307D | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 6722 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 80.2 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 86.3 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 7.7 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 42.7 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 26.1 | 25.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1695 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 195 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |